Rising Temperatures Expected in Tamil Nadu Starting Today
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Synopsis
The Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai predicts an increase in daytime temperatures across Tamil Nadu starting today, with dry weather dominating except for the Western Ghats. The RMC warns of a temperature rise of up to 3 degrees Celsius, especially in interior districts, as summer takes hold.
Key Takeaways
- Temperatures expected to rise 2-3 degrees Celsius.
- Dry weather anticipated across most of Tamil Nadu.
- Interior districts to feel hotter conditions.
- La Nina effect linked to early summer heat.
- Residents advised to stay hydrated during peak hours.
Chennai, March 25 (NationPress) As summer approaches, the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has predicted a steady increase in daytime temperatures across various regions of Tamil Nadu, commencing on Tuesday.
The state is anticipated to experience predominantly dry weather, with the exception of areas along the Western Ghats, where light to moderate rainfall may occur until Wednesday.
The RMC indicates that a north-south trough along with wind discontinuity might lead to isolated showers in these regions.
Nevertheless, complete dry conditions are expected to return by March 27. The RMC has issued a warning that daytime temperatures could rise by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius in certain areas over the next four days.
Interior districts are particularly prone to hotter conditions as the effects of minor weather systems dissipate and dry conditions intensify.
The presence of light to moderate easterly and northeasterly winds in the lower troposphere is contributing to the surge in temperatures.
Northern coastal districts, including Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, and Tiruvallur, are projected to see a maximum temperature increase of 2 to 3 degrees.
Meteorologists link this early summer heat pattern to the La Nina effect, which delayed the retreat of the northeast monsoon and led to a milder winter.
The lack of cloud formation and a decrease in sea moisture levels have exacerbated the warming trend across both coastal and interior areas.
Experts forecast that daytime temperatures will linger around 38 - 39 degrees Celsius, akin to past years. February had already recorded higher temperatures in several interior districts such as Karur, Erode, and Salem.
In the upcoming days, temperatures in some interior areas may rise 1 to 2 degrees above the norm.
Recent rainfall in southern Tamil Nadu provided short-lived relief. However, as the weather system weakens, summer is expected to firmly establish its presence across the state.
The RMC has cautioned that elevated daytime temperatures, increased humidity, and nighttime temperatures rising 2 to 3 degrees above normal may lead to uncomfortable weather conditions in various locations until March 28.
On Monday, isolated rainfall was observed in several regions. Villupuram recorded 5 cm of rainfall, while Adiramapattinam in Thanjavur district experienced light showers. Vellore noted the highest temperature in the state at 37.6 degrees Celsius.
Notably, Tamil Nadu has seen 46.2 mm of rainfall this March—nearly triple the usual average. These showers were linked to specific weather systems affecting southern districts, marking this as one of the wettest March months in recent decades. Chennai is also expected to experience above-normal temperatures ranging between 35 and 36 degrees Celsius until Wednesday.
As dry conditions re-emerge and temperatures rise, residents across the state are advised to stay hydrated and avoid extended exposure to the sun, especially during peak afternoon hours.
